It’s unforgettable and unimaginably exciting: HMUN 2017

The experience of our final year trip to the USA begins in September when students begin the transition from Castelli pupil, to international ambassador. They start researching the country they will represent and four different globally important issues. Over the weeks they prepare position papers, and practice debating.

By February everyone is itching to get going, and with passports prepared and visas confirmed, the HMUN delegates from Castelli International School embark on a once-in-a-life time adventure.

The trip has a strong cultural element so everyone has to hit the ground running. There are so many sights to see, in New York and Boston and we cram as much as we can in to the week we are away.

The HMUN conference is an eye opener for all our students. This student-led conference attracts young people from all around the world, and as our delegates mix and debate with other participants, new friendships are forged and political alliances made.

Departure

Flew to NYC via Zurich

Adventure begins

Checked in

A tired but happy team checked in, and then began exploring

Empire State Building

On top of the world – fabulous views across the city

Day 2

Broadway

Come along and listen to – the lullaby of Broadway

MOMA

A visit to the Museum of Modern Art

Rockefeller Center

A visit to this historic landmark

The United Nations

A tour of the United Nations. The General Assembly and the Security Council

Day 3

Ground Zero

A visit to the site of the Twin Towers, and the memorial to those who died on the 9th September 2001

The Staten Island Ferry

A trip around New York Harbour on the Staten Island Ferry

The Natural History Museum

Day 4

Check out of hotel

Time to repack and check out – Boston awaits.

Travelling to Boston

A train journey to the city of Boston

Boston

The home of the conference, and a last chance to see some more sights.

Newbury Street

Freedom Trail

Boston Common

Quincy Market

Day 5: The Conference

The Opening Ceremony

Day 6

Committee Debates

Lots of action today with positions being stated and alliances being made.